2007 BMW 330 vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 330 | Torana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
